The difference between Homily and Oration
When used as nouns, homily means a sermon, especially concerning a practical matter, whereas oration means a formal, often ceremonial speech.
Oration is also verb with the meaning: to deliver an oration.
check bellow for the other definitions of Homily and Oration
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Homily as a noun (Christianity):
A sermon, especially concerning a practical matter.
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Homily as a noun:
A moralizing lecture.
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Homily as a noun:
A platitude.
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Oration as a noun:
A formal, often ceremonial speech.
Examples:
"a funeral oration; an impassioned oration; to make / deliver / pronounce an oration"
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Oration as a noun (jocular):
A lengthy speech or argument in a private setting.
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Oration as a noun (Catholicism):
A specific form of short, solemn prayer said by the president of the liturgical celebration on behalf of the people.
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Oration as a verb:
To deliver an oration; to speak.